In the Spotlight Presented by Blumenthal Performing Arts

Bree joins Joe this week to tell us a little about herself and what she is doing for BPA and Charlotte's art scene as the Director of Artistic Experiences.  We discuss Immersive Van Gogh, growing up with artistic encouragement, illegal graffiti and more!

This week we're joined by Director of Programming at Blumenthal Performing Arts, Stephanie Cantrell Dowds to talk all bout booking acts for Charlotte Shout 2021!  Steph gives us a nice preview of displays like Gaia and Intrude, and performance pieces such as Blue Lapis Light and Of Earth and Sky that will be exciting parts of Charlotte Shout from September 17 to October 3, 2021.  Check it all out at https://cltshout.com/

Bluz joins Joe this week to tell us a little about himself and what he has in store for BPA and the Charlotte Arts Scene.  He tells us about the We Are Hip Hop festival, Slam Charlotte, and the upcoming Acoustic Grace series!

The PNC Broadway Lights Series has been announced for Fall 2021, and is set to include Hamilton, Wicked, Hadestown, and more.  Hear BPA President Tom Gabbard tell us his thoughts about the changes you will see at the theater, and the hope we have for the future!

WBTV's Kristen Miranda and BPA's President and CEO Tom Gabbard answer questions about the 2020-2021 Broadway Season lineup.

Host Joe Hunsaker is joined in-studio by Robin Tynes-Miller, Director of Ticketing and Sales at Blumenthal, and also a founder and Artistic Director at Three Bones Theater.

Joe Hunsaker is joined by Casey Connon in-studio to talk about two new Blumenthal programs, Get to Know the Show, and Nerdy Night Out.

Host Joe Hunsaker is joined in-studio by Joy West and Brandon Carter, to talk about Club Blume, & Out On The Town, two programs designed to engage the local Charlotte Community.

Blumenthal Performing CEO Tom Gabbard joins host Joe Hunsaker backstage to talk about bringing Mike Birbiglia's hit Broadway one-man show to Charlotte - and to Netflix - and how BPA became a producer of the production.

A preview of The Queen City Comedy Experience with Karla Dingle, Improv Director at Acting Out Studios and Brian "Heff" Heffron, Owner of The Comedy Zone.

President and CEO Tom Gabbard joins Joe Hunsaker in-studio to talk about Blumenthal Performing Arts' mission, the programs that bring shows like "Hamilton" to Uptown Charlotte, and the future of the performing arts at BPA.

Clifford Olson, Director of Volunteer Services with Blumenthal Performing Arts joins Joe Hunsaker in-studio to talk about just how to become a volunteer with BPA, AND eight hot insider tips for Blumenthal Patrons INCLUDING where to park cheap.

Say Oni and Arella Flur, the Best Actor and Actress from this year's Blumey Awards - join hosts Joe Hunsaker and Casey Connon in-studio to talk about their young careers, their trip to Broadway for the Jimmy Awards, and meeting their heroes. We also learn more about the educational programs offered by Blumenthal, and their efforts to provide arts for all.